The University has undertaken a number of steps to improve environmental performance and implement sustainability practices across campus operations. These include a number of initiatives that range from the simple to the complex and include the following:

• Replaced incandescent lights with compact florescent light bulbs;
• Installed motion detection lighting and automatic flush toilets and sinks;
• Installed steam, water, and electricity meters on all campus buildings;
• Installed instantaneous domestic hot water heaters for various buildings;
• Procures locally grown produce for use in the dining commons;
• Constructed a highly efficient combined heat and power facility (that provides all of the heating and cooling needs of the campus and the majority of its electricity needs).

This is only a sample of what the University has done to date. It recognized that it can do more and is taking additional steps to further improve environmental performance. However, there are steps that we as students, faculty and staff can take as individuals to contribute to this effort. For more information on What YOU Can Do, click on the appropriate link below: